Speech-Language Pathologist

Job Description

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Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Speech Pathologist in Topeka, KS.

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Why Join Us?

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Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

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• Thrive:  We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.  
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• People-First:  We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.  
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• Make Healthcare Better:  We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.  
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Get to Know Your Team:

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• The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.
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Responsibilities: \n

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• Performs speech and language, swallowing, and cognitive evaluations.
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• Establishes care plans and ensures prescribed care delivery to assigned patients in line with standards set by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and the speech and language pathology practice act in the State of Kansas.
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• Provides direction and clinical supervision to clinical support staff.
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• Promotes speech and language pathology services and professional development throughout the organization and community.
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• Reports to the assigned department leader.
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Qualifications: \n

Job Requirements:

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• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
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  BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

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• Active license in the State of Kansas
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Preferred Job Requirements:

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  Previous medical setting or rehabilitation setting experience

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  Experience with computer applications, including Microsoft Office

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